CSM Stormwater Regulations & Compliance 1

Question 1

What is the purpose of the Clean Water Act (CWA)?

Accepted Answer

To regulate discharges and protect water quality

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To allow uncontrolled discharges.

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To fund private drainage systems.

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To promote wastewater neglect.

Question 2

What is a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)?

Accepted Answer

A separate stormwater drainage system

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A sewer for wastewater only.

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An irrigation system.

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A septic tank system.

Question 3

What does NPDES stand for?

Accepted Answer

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System

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National Pipeline Drainage Emergency Service.

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National Permit for Dry Emissions Standards.

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Neutral Pressure Drainage Efficiency System.

Question 4

Why are Best Management Practices (BMPs) used in stormwater management?

Accepted Answer

To control and reduce stormwater pollution

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To increase pollution.

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To monitor wildlife only.

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To reduce taxes.

Question 5

What is a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)?

Accepted Answer

A plan to prevent stormwater pollution

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A landscaping blueprint.

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A traffic management plan.

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A building maintenance record.

Question 6

What is the goal of erosion control in construction sites?

Accepted Answer

To prevent soil loss and pollution

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To increase sediment discharge.

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To create dust clouds.

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To promote runoff.

Question 7

Why are stormwater inspections required?

Accepted Answer

To ensure permit compliance

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To delay projects.

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To avoid cleanup costs.

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To report landscaping issues.

Question 8

What is considered an illicit discharge?

Accepted Answer

Unauthorized pollutants into storm drains

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Rainwater from rooftops.

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Clean drinking water flows.

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Snow melt from parking lots.

Question 9

What is the role of public education in stormwater compliance?

Accepted Answer

To promote awareness and pollution prevention

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To reduce public involvement.

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To encourage illegal dumping.

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To eliminate regulations.